Make the Season: Free Festive Craft Projects from Selvedge

Between the twinkle of fairy lights and the rush of to-do lists, the simple act of making something by hand can feel quietly restorative. A few stitches here, a splash of colour there — small gestures that bring warmth, meaning, and a sense of calm to the season. As the year draws to a close, there’s comfort in settling down with fabric, thread, and a cup of something soothing, letting creativity unfold at its own gentle pace. In a world that so often asks us to move faster, a handmade project invites us to slow down, notice texture and tone, and savour the process as much as the finished piece.

We’ve gathered a selection of free craft projects available on the Selvedge website to spark your Christmas making, each complete with full, easy-to-follow instructions. Whether you’re tempted by a hand-stitched ornament, a patchwork keepsake, or a small handmade gift, each project is designed to be both accessible and adaptable. Experiment with colour combinations, swap fabrics, or add unexpected materials to make each piece your own.

Perhaps you’ll make something special for yourself in a moment of quiet creativity amid the festivities, or craft a thoughtful gift for a friend or family member. However you choose to create, these projects remind us that handmade things carry not only beauty, but care, time, and intention. This winter, find time to make, and let the rhythm of craft bring a little stillness to the festive flurry.

Festive Selvedge Craft Projects

Crochet a Mistletoe Wreath

Our first festive project comes as an early Christmas gift from Loop London — a crochet mistletoe garland designed by Erika Huesler. These delicate sprigs of mistletoe, complete with soft crocheted berries, can be fashioned into a garland to hang above the mantel, woven into a wreath, or turned into charming pins to adorn gifts, scarves, or winter sweaters.

Whether you’re looking for a gentle seasonal project to make for yourself or a handmade token to share, this pattern invites a moment of calm creativity amid the festive rush. It’s simple, satisfying, and full of goodwill.

Founded in 2005 by Susan Cropper, Loop has become one of London’s most beloved yarn havens. It's a space filled with colour, texture, and expertise, stocking natural fibres, hand-dyed yarns, and exquisite haberdashery (including vintage ribbons, buttons, and embroidery threads). Loop is a treasure trove for makers everywhere and their mistletoe garland embodies that same spirit: thoughtful, beautiful, and made with care.

Click HERE for the downloadable instructions.

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Knit Icelandic Socks with Hélène Magnússon

Our second festive project takes us north to Iceland, where knit designer Hélène Magnússon blends heritage, landscape, and craftsmanship in every knit or purl. This free pattern, an excerpt from Socks of Iceland, features a design in the ever-growing Mosi family — a series inspired by the soft green moss (mosi in Icelandic) that carpets the lava fields...

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